Emily Dickinson Lexicon

RE-COV-ER-A-BLE, a.

1. That may be regained or recovered. Goods lost or sunk in the ocean are not recoverable.
2. That may be restored from sickness.
3. That may be brought back to a former condition. A prodigal course / Is like the sun's, but not like his recoverable. – Shak.
4. That may be obtained from a debtor or possessor. The debt is recoverable.